RANDLEMAN, N.C. (May 4, 2026) – Victory Junction invites the public to be part of a milestone moment as the 30th anniversary Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America rolls into Camp on Saturday, May 9, from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at 4500 Adam’s Way in Randleman, N.C., with gates opening from 10 to 10:45 a.m.Guests will have the opportunity to meet riders, take photos with celebrity guests, receive autographs, and purchase memorabilia benefiting Victory Junction.
Among the celebrity riders expected to attend are:
- Kyle Petty, former NASCAR driver and racing analyst
- Richard Petty, NASCAR Hall of Famer and seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion
- Matt Kenseth, NASCAR Hall of Famer and NASCAR Cup Series champion
- Mike Helton, NASCAR Vice Chairman
- Former NASCAR drivers Clint Bowyer, David Ragan, Ken Schrader and Kenny Wallace
- Max Papis, former Formula 1, Champ Car and NASCAR driver
- JR Hildebrand, former IndyCar driver
- TV personalities Rick Allen and Rutledge Wood
- Bill Davidson, great-grandson of Harley-Davidson founder William A. Davidson and Harley-Davidson VP & Global Brand Ambassador
“We’re thrilled to welcome the riders and public to Victory Junction as part of KPCR’s milestone thirtieth anniversary,” said Chad Coltrane, President and CEO of Victory Junction. “This is a great chance for our community to be part of the celebration, meet racing legends and support the life-changing impact of Victory Junction.”
Led by Kyle Petty, the Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America has raised more than $23 million since 1995 for Victory Junction and other children’s charities. This year’s 30th Anniversary Ride began in Sonoma, California, on May 1 and concludes in Charlotte, North Carolina, on May 9.
About Victory Junction
Victory Junction is a year-round camp for children living with complex medical and physical conditions. Founded by Kyle Petty and family in honor of his son Adam, Victory Junction provides life-changing experiences that are exciting, fun and empowering in a medically safe environment – always free of charge, thanks to the generosity of donors and corporate partners. Victory Junction programming is designed to build confidence and foster independence, helping children, families, and caregivers find belonging and build skills that fuel their journeys far beyond Camp. In addition to onsite sessions, Victory Junction’s OUTREACH program delivers Camp experiences to children in hospitals, clinics, and community partner sites throughout the Carolinas and Virginia. Since opening in 2004, Victory Junction has provided more than 150,000 experiences to children from all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and four countries. Victory Junction is a member of the SeriousFun Children’s Network, founded by Paul Newman, and is accredited by the American Camp Association. To learn more, please visit victoryjunction.org.
Victory Junction is a year-round camp for children living with complex medical and physical conditions. Founded by Kyle Petty and family in honor of his son Adam, Victory Junction provides life-changing experiences that are exciting, fun and empowering in a medically safe environment – always free of charge, thanks to the generosity of donors and corporate partners. Victory Junction programming is designed to build confidence and foster independence, helping children, families, and caregivers find belonging and build skills that fuel their journeys far beyond Camp. In addition to onsite sessions, Victory Junction’s OUTREACH program delivers Camp experiences to children in hospitals, clinics, and community partner sites throughout the Carolinas and Virginia. Since opening in 2004, Victory Junction has provided more than 150,000 experiences to children from all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and four countries. Victory Junction is a member of the SeriousFun Children’s Network, founded by Paul Newman, and is accredited by the American Camp Association. To learn more, please visit victoryjunction.org.